India, July 9 -- It has been seven years since she signed her first film, but Manushi Chhillar has only seen four releases. The selective actor's fifth film, Maalik, is set for release now, and it features her in a more rooted avatar than anything she has done so far. Ahead of the film's release, Manushi chats with HT about her role and fit in the film.

As we sit down to speak with Manushi, she has already given a dozen interviews for Maalik. The most common question has been about her de-glam look in the film. When asked if the Hindi film industry puts too much emphasis on the looks of female actors, Manushi responds, "It depends on the role you are playing." The actor explains, "If you are supposed to look like a certain attractive div...